Primary features
YieldBasis is a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol designed to offer sustainable yields on Bitcoin holdings by mitigating impermanent loss. It utilizes a leveraged automated market maker (AMM) model to enhance yield generation.
- Leveraged AMM model for enhanced yield
- Tokenized liquidity positions via ybBTC (ERC-20)
- Integration with Curve Finance's crvUSD for leverage
- Impermanent loss mitigation through 2x compounding leverage
- Dynamic fee structure based on liquidity provider opt-ins
- Governance and revenue sharing through YB token
Services
YieldBasis provides a platform for Bitcoin holders to earn yield by participating in liquidity provision without the risk of impermanent loss.
- Deposit BTC to receive ybBTC tokens
- Participate in Curve BTC/crvUSD liquidity pools
- Earn trading fees and yield from leveraged positions
- Stake YB tokens for governance and additional rewards
Work principles
YieldBasis operates on principles that prioritize sustainable yield generation and risk mitigation for Bitcoin holders.
- Utilizes leveraged AMM model for yield enhancement
- Incorporates 2x compounding leverage via crvUSD
- Employs dynamic fee structure to align incentives
- Supports decentralized governance through YB token
- Focuses on impermanent loss mitigation for liquidity providers
- Integrates with Curve Finance for liquidity and infrastructure
User benefits
Users can leverage YieldBasis to earn sustainable yields on their Bitcoin holdings while maintaining exposure to Bitcoin's price movements.
- Earn up to 60% yield on BTC holdings
- Maintain 1:1 exposure to Bitcoin price
- Eliminate impermanent loss risk in liquidity provision
- Participate in governance through YB token staking
- Benefit from Curve Finance's established infrastructure
- Retain custody of BTC through non-custodial platform

